Full Charge Accountant - Accounting Lead

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.  Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.  As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.  If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Accounting Lead (Non-Supervisory) provides advanced accounting support and serves as a technical resource for the Costs Team Accounting Specialists. This role focuses on coding and reviewing accounting transactions for accuracy, providing guidance and direction on accounting procedures, and supporting consistent application of accounting standards and internal policies across cost functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Review program and cost-related transactions to ensure accurate coding to accounts, programs, grants, and cost centers, and maintain schedules and documentation to support financial reporting and audits.

• Monitor grant and program cost activity and support budget tracking and variance review as needed.

• Provide day-to-day guidance to the Costs Team and Accounting Specialists on cost coding, allocations, and general ledger posting.

• Serve as a technical resource for questions related to cost accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and routine application of GAAP.

• Identify and assist with resolving coding issues, reconciling items, and general ledger discrepancies related to program costs.

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including review of cost-related journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.

• Serve as secondary backup for program and general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close support as needed.

• Promote consistency and accuracy in cost accounting and general ledger practices across programs and funding sources.

• Support accounting for fixed assets, leases, insurance, vehicles, construction in progress (CIP), or other assigned accounting areas, including reconciliations and supporting schedules, as applicable.

• Provide analysis of assigned accounting and financial reports, documents, processes, and data and offer recommendations when appropriate.

• Provide audit support as directed, including preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation, and responding to internal and external audit inquiries.

• Collaborate with finance team members to ensure continuity of accounting operations, assist with workload coverage, and support timely completion of critical accounting tasks.

• Identify process gaps or training needs related to cost accounting and communicate recommendations to accounting leadership.

• Perform other cost and general ledger accounting duties as assigned by supervisors, managers, or leadership within Frontier Behavioral Health.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.

• Two to five years of accounting experience, demonstrating proficiency in accounting tasks and responsibilities.

• Some accounting experience with applicable healthcare or non-profit may be substituted for education and additional education can be substituted for experience.

PREFERRED:

• Prior experience in healthcare or non-profit, as it provides familiarity with industry-specific accounting practices and regulations.

• Report writing experience along with intermediate to advanced excel experience is highly desirable.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify patterns, trends, and discrepancies and provide actionable insights and recommendations.

• Proficiency in Accounting Software: Demonstrated experience and proficiency in using accounting software for general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, and analysis.

• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, with advanced skills in data analysis, modeling, and manipulation. Ability to create complex spreadsheets and pivot tables to support financial analysis and reporting.

• Knowledge of GAAP: Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and their application in financial reporting and compliance.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is generally performed in an office setting, which may involve sitting and using computers for four to eight hours per day.

• May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.

• Work may be performed out of the office and travel may be needed to outside areas.

• Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $33.43- $40.73

• All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is $33.43 per hour.

Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

​WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

• Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

• Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

• Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

• Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision

• Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks 

• Signing Bonus!

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.